Here we have a rare 1950s photograph of Rocky Marciano in the heat of battle, and he's winning in this moment. He definitely connected on this right hook. I guarantee the photographer felt the aftermath of the punch as well. What a killer piece to frame and hang in your Man Cave. If you're looking for a rare boxing action shot, you have a winner.
Here's some info about Rocco courtesy of
Wikipedia:
Rocco Francis Marchegiano (September 1, 1923 – August 31, 1969; Italian pronunciation: [markeˈdʒaːno]), better known as Rocky Marciano (/mɑːrsiˈɑːnoʊ/, Italian: [marˈtʃaːno]), was an American professional boxer who competed from 1947 to 1955. He held the world heavyweight championship from 1952 to 1956, and remains the only heavyweight champion to finish his career undefeated. His six title defenses were against Jersey Joe Walcott (from whom he had taken the title), Roland La Starza, Ezzard Charles (twice), Don Cockell and Archie Moore.
Known for his relentless fighting style, formidable punching power, stamina, and exceptionally durable chin, Marciano is considered one of the greatest heavyweight boxers of all time. Marciano remains the only fighter to have stopped every opponent he ever faced for the world heavyweight title, and shares, with Joe Louis, the highest knockout-to-win percentage in world heavyweight title fights at 85.71%. His career knockout-to-win percentage of 87.8% remains one of the highest in heavyweight boxing history. Marciano is ranked #14 in The Ring magazine's list of the 100 greatest punchers of all time.
The antique boxing photograph comes out of an East Coast estate containing a large collection of rare and unusual photography from the early 1900s. This example is no exception.
The antique photo and backing measure 15" tall by 20" wide. The actual silver print photo measures 8" tall by 9 1/2" wide. The piece has evidence of major use throughout. It went through several brutal rounds as well. Please see all pics as they are part of the description.
I ship FedEx to street addresses in the continental USA only (no PO boxes). Free shipping on the rare antique photograph.
Hit it and quit it.
